Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids

Usually, Lambden sailed through the winter months with nary a sniffle. And it seemed he would do so again, but just as the doldrums of winter gave way to the blossoms of spring, he developed a sore throat, a fever, and extreme exhaustion. He was undeniably ill, which meant there was no way he could board the Sleep Train. How will Lambden ever get through the long, dark night? You'll have to listen to find out. Thank you to CHLOE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to HAZEL, EILA, BROOKE, ESME, HANNA, MAE, MAX, JD, CAMRYN, NORA, IZZY, LIAM, CORDELIA, HALEY, ISABEAU, DELILAH, LARAIYA, KELLY, SHAY, VIOLET, FRANNY, LUCIA, LILI, ADALINE, AUGUST, MASON, ELLERY, FLORENCE, and MAYA! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Cedric, Lionel, and Johnny rise from their beds in different corners of the forest, slip out the doors of their underground dens, and meet at the bend in the stream beneath a moonlit sky. It is time to begin their work as Three Foxes Moving Company. The brothers have moved all sorts of creatures over the years, but this evening they are surprised by the name of their customer. Could she really be moving? Relax into your cozy rocking chair and listen in as the fox brothers move Auntie Maple, an elder fox known for taking care of the younger generations in the forest. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear many more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

Grumble is a salamander with a long tail and little legs and enormous eyes that are good at searching in the deep dark of the cave where he lives. Quib is his best friend, a little frog who can't see very well. Together, they venture--for the very first time--out of the cave they call home. It's the adventure of a lifetime. Thank you to NOAH for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 3/4/23.

Find this full story in Little Stories Premium under its original air date, 9/9/2023. Mr. Hedgehog has been dreaming of his Nana's famous apple cricket muffins for weeks. He decides it's time to go to the apple orchard to make his dream a reality. Get ready for a delightful adventure that ends with a visit to Nana Hedgehog! This story will be exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free story collection. To unlock the full Little Stories library and to access Little Stories for Sleep, join Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com. You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Little Hedgehog and Bebe are in the middle of a thrilling word problem in math class when Principal Petridish breaks in with a stunning announcement: Take Your Pet To School Night is just one week away! The students are beside themselves with excitement. Little Hedgehog cannot wait to outfit Little Guy in his tuxedo. There is only one problem: Bebe does not have a pet of her own. Will Bebe successfully acquire a pet before the big night? You'll have to listen to find out. Thank you to HAZEL for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to LOLA, CORA, LILY, ETHAN, RILEY KAI, SAMMY, CAL, AVY, HADLEY, WILLOW, NOLAN, MORGAN, EMBER, TITUS, GINGER, KALANI, ZOEY, BROOKE, FELIX, BARRETT, KEIRA, ZOE, RYLEE, SOPHIA, BRIAR, MABEL, NORA, CAMRYN, THEO, GRACE, NIKOLAS, and SAMUEL! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

You can write a story about anything. It's true! The main character in this story is a sofa named Sheila who has been left at the curb. Listen to find out whether she finds her way back home, or perhaps on to another adventure. Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 8/30/2020.

Find this full story in Little Stories Premium under its original air date, 10/2/22. This is a quiet, sleepy story perfect for bedtime. The main character is an abandoned house that has become the resting place not for people (as intended for all houses) but for hapless woodland creatures who seek refuge from the elements. The house gets a surprise when she hears voices on her porch. Soon a 'For Sale' sign is placed in the yard. Follow along as House relives her early days of life decades ago, and the new possibilities in her future once the sign goes up. What will happen when a couple decides to buy the house? You'll have to listen and find out. This story will be exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free story collection. To unlock the full Little Stories library and to access Little Stories for Sleep, join Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com. You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Lambden the sheep is freezing. Several days ago, the region plunged into a cold snap and now he spends each day shivering through school. Every night, he looks forward to boarding the toasty warm Sleep Train. But when he shows up in the train tunnel, he is met with a chilly surprise. Listen to find out whether Lambden will get the cozy warm evening ride he hopes for. Thank you to KADEN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to BEATRIX, CHARLIE, PIPPA, SUNNY, LUCIA, SELENE, FRIDA, AMETHYST, HOLDEN, ALON, ZACHARY, OLIVIA, BENNY, JONATHAN, NYLAH, IDREES, EMAAN, JULIAN, JAYDA, HARPER, SIDRA, LENNON, BECKETT, AUSTIN, ADA, and HANNAH! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Vivian, a ladybug of the forest, spies a delicious-looking aphid on a broad leaf attached to a sturdy plant. What she does not know is that the plant is inside a cottage. She spends a long winter inside, dreaming of the woods, waiting for the opportunity to return to the trees. Curl up on on your leaf pillow and fall asleep to this peaceful story. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

Squirrel is thrilled to move in to his brand new treehouse. He cannot believe how well-crafted, warm, and dry it is. But things change when Squirrel decides to host a housewarming party. Find out what happens in this sweet tale about gratitude. Thank you to HARPER GRACE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 10/7/23

Find this full story in Little Stories Premium under its original air date, 5/5/23 Badger has found the perfect sofa to place in his reading nook. It is beautiful, it is fashionable, it is one of a kind. But what will happen when the sofa will not fit inside the tunnel leading to Badger's burrow? You'll have to listen and find out. This story will be exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free story collection. To unlock the full Little Stories library and to access Little Stories for Sleep, join Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com. You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Little Hedgehog and Bebe's favorite New Year's tradition is fast approaching...but will it even take place?! The new organizer of the Annual Hedgehog Roll keeps cancelling the event, then reversing her decisions. Hedgehogs around the region are throwing up their paws in frustration. Listen to find out whether their beloved New Year's Noon festivities come to pass! Thank you to DANTE, LOGAN, and FLORA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to CAROL SUE, CLEO, RAEYA, HAILEY, JOSHUA, SOPHIA, BRIAR, HOLLY, EOWYN, FLORA, ALMA, PHILLIP, JASPER, ELEANOR, SUNNY, EMERSON, OSCAR, JUNE, IVY, FIONA, ELENORE, BEATRIX, CLARA, RYLEE, RUTHIE, KENNA, MARGARET, MABEL, MITALI, and ISAAC! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Find this full story in Little Stories Premium under its original air date, 1/27/24 Cuddle up with this sweet tale starring Little Bear and his grandpa from Little Bear Goes Over the Hill. Will Little Bear get to see the stars before his big winter sleep? You'll have to listen to find out. This story will be exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free story collection. To unlock the full Little Stories library and to access Little Stories for Sleep, join Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com. You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

G is an elf who lives and works in the drive-thru menu panel of a donut shop. She loves her job, and she is quite good at it. But what happens when she hears another elf usurping her position? You'll have to listen and find out! Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 12/16/22

After overcoming a storm of challenges, Old Mr. Beetle practically skitters on a cloud as he makes his way, oh so merrily, to his Wednesday night story time for young bugs on the 25th branch. But when he nears his story time stage, he discovers that the end of the branch has been blocked off. The 26th branch, directly above, is dangling ominously and presents too much of a hazard to allow his story time to proceed. But even more disappointing is the fact that this new obstacle may impact something very important that is coming in three week's time. Listen in to find out whether Mr. Beetle is able to overcome yet another challenge...and come through for his dearest friend. Thank you to DECLAN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to RYLEE, LUNA, LEVI, ADRIAN, OLIVIA, LINGLING, REUVY, EZRA, ELENORE, FIONA, LOLA, ARIANA, LILY, THEO, ALICE, SAGE, DAVID, JAMES, WREN, JUNI, EMERSON, CEDI, KADEN, KENNA, NELLY, CHARLI, and FIA! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Bear is worried and feels hurried as he races to eat enough before his big winter sleep, and he no longer has time to spend with his forest friends. So they devise a clever plan that will allow Bear to slow down, spend time with his pals, and get the food he needs all at the same time. Listen in to this delightful rhyming tale of friendship. Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 11/19/17

Find this full story in Little Stories Premium under its original air date, 3/7/21 A bird named Finch discovers a mysterious little wooden house in a tree. Will Finch ever meet the intended occupants of the house? You’ll have to listen to find out. This story will be exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free story collection. To unlock the full Little Stories library and to access Little Stories for Sleep, join Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com. You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Crow can't wait to get home to his tree after weeks away. But when he lands on the forest floor, he finds that the tree he's called home for years...is missing. Not only that, his most prized possession is missing, too. Listen in as Crow goes on a search for the things he holds dear and makes a surprising discovery along the way. Thank you to ARI for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Unlock the full Little Stories Library and access Little Stories for Sleep--an exclusive bedtime podcast--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Floretta S. Bear sits by the fire and composes letters to dear friends to tie up loose ends before her big winter sleep. Relax into your armchair beneath a warm blanket and drift into hibernation with this sleepy tale. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

A family of dormice is sleeping peacefully inside their pumpkin when it starts rolling down a hill, kicking off a day of adventure. After the pumpkin lands in the river, the dormice must find a new one in time to host their cousins that evening. Will they find the perfect new pumpkin in time? Listen in and find out! Thank you to ALEAH and ELIM for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Molly, a sweet-natured dwarf rabbit, owns a charming little restaurant. After her business has its worst day yet, Molly can't wait to move past it. But despite her best efforts, that might not be possible. Find out why in part two of this entertaining tale. Thank you to ELIO and HUGO for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Arthur Mousington, a restaurant reviewer for Forest Foodie Magazine, has always dreamed of writing a glowing review that puts a new restaurant on the map. He thinks he finally has the chance after hearing about a little hole-in-the-wall called Molly's Restaurant, run by a dwarf rabbit. But when Arthur visits Molly's establishment, things do not go as he expects. Listen in to part one of this entertaining tale. Thank you to AMELIA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Little Hedgehog and Bebe have two very important book emergencies to address before school begins in just three nights. First, Bebe needs to return a shockingly overdue school library book. Second, well...you'll have to listen to learn about the second book emergency! Will the best friends be able to solve both emergencies at once, as one might hit two crickets with one pinecone? Listen in to find out. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Rose keeps one eye on her book and the other on the door of her little cottage, hoping but not expecting her sister Blossom to come through it. At length, she accepts that she must do what she's been putting off: she must make the jam herself. Curl up in your cozy rocking chair and drift away to this heartwarming story about family. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

Mr. Owl does not want pie. Not even a bite. At least, that's what he keeps telling everyone and that's what he keeps telling himself. Only, it isn't true. He has tried to follow Dr. Owlington's orders, but it is getting rather difficult. And when Mrs. Owl announces her plan to bake Mr. Owl's very favorite kind of pie for an upcoming charity bake sale, Mr. Owl cannot stop his beak from watering. But he wouldn't eat the pie...or would he? Listen to find out what happens in this heartwarming, entertaining tale of Mr. Owl's battle with himself over a mulberry rhubarb pie topped with cricket crumble. This month marks the 10th anniversary of Little Stories for Tiny People! Parents and caregivers: if you have found value in my stories, please consider sharing the podcast with a friend and leaving a rating or review in your favorite podcast app! Thank you to LEO, ZACH, and RUBY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! And thank you, especially, to all my listeners--those who have been here for years and those who found my stories just this afternoon. THANK YOU! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Lambden is thrilled to finally get to spend a few weeks at Woolly Adventures, a real overnight summer camp for young sheep. The first day is so exciting and so exhausting that he falls asleep swiftly in his bunk bed. But after an unfortunate encounter with poison whistlefern, and a day spent inside due to rain, Lambden struggles to fall asleep without the help of his beloved Sleep Train. But there is no way he'll get to board it while at camp...or is there? Listen to find out what happens in this entertaining tale about your favorite serious sleeper. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to FINLEY and RORY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: JJ, NOAH, OLIVIA, DANTE, LOLA, CHARLOTTE, SUMMER, MAGNOLIA, LANA, KAI, AMAYA, RUBY, ROXY, TEDDY, AVERY, KEIRA, AUDREY, MAYA, IVY, HAZEL, EILA, LILY, ALMA, and PENINA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

After many years, it is time for Goldie to pass down the family apothecary business. She carefully selects her granddaughter, a diligent and competent young raccoon, to carry the family tradition forward. Her plan seems airtight until her granddaughter stops by with surprising news that throws Goldie's future into question. Listen to find out who will take Goldie's place as the forest's beloved apothecary. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to AYELET for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Anderson P. Weathertail is an organized squirrel and he prefers things to go as expected. But life does not always proceed according to a squirrel's plans. Find out what happens in this gentle story about a squirrel who must learn to loosen up. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Lavender wakes up from her Big Sleep with endless questions, mostly about the Annual Bear Picnic. When will it be? Will there be pie? And will her cousin Lilac be there? Mother Bear calmly answers some of the questions while leaving others open ended. Curl up in your den for this sweet story about a curious young bear cub, her loving mother, and the Annual Bear Picnic. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Gordon S. Mouseweather was born to make hats, and in time he became the most sought-after hatmaker in the region, known for his breathtaking custom designs. But despite his talent, his business is faltering. To make matters more challenging, he and his wife will be welcoming six mouse babies in just two weeks. In the midst of Gordon's struggles, a legendary business mouse shows up with a startling opportunity. She wants Gordon to make fifty hats for her new store. The order could save Gordon's business...but he will have to overcome his own doubts in order to get it done. Will Gordon rise to the challenge? You'll have to listen to find out. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Career Night is fast approaching at Little Hedgehog's school, and the children cannot wait! There's just one problem--in a remarkable coincidence, nearly all of the Career Night speakers are forced to cancel due to unrelated reasons. It is now up to the students to find replacement speakers to inspire the youths. Little Hedgehog and Bebe set out to find a speaker, but will their efforts be fruitful? You'll have to listen to find out. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to GRAYSON for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: LIVIA, FRIDA, JUNE, ARI, ELI, LUNA, FIONA, IVY, TED, POSIE, AUDREY, LENNON, STELLA, WESLEY, NOVA, LAWSON, and YOAV! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Lambden's town is in the middle of a heat wave. The students and teachers spend each school day in a kind of heat-induced trance, nodding off at their desks. There is little relief, but Lambden has a secret antidote: each night, he gets to board the delightfully chilly Sleep Train. This evening, he even intends to board early for a few extra minutes of frosty air. But when raccoons appear in Lambden's bedroom, looming over his pillow, he gets the sense that something is very wrong. Listen to find out what happens in this entertaining tale about your favorite serious sleeper. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to ZOEY and ZACH for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: HANA, MAXWELL, JEREMIAH, MAE, ARDEN, MARIN, MATTHEW, TALIA, LUCY, VIOLET, CLANCY, ARLO, ABBY, HENRY, MARGIE, HADLEY, CHARLOTTE, IZZY, FELIX, SKYLER, FINN, LUCAS, and PENNY! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. The studio spiders have strongly advised against ever writing a prequel, but unfortunately their advice came too late. This story features Frog from the "Frog and Salamander" stories, but takes place before they met. Frog befriends Turtle, another aspiring writer who lives near Wormly Pond. He delights in the fact that they are on the same path, headed in the same direction. Then Turtle receives news that throws everything into question, and it suddenly seems the two friends are on very different paths in life. Listen in to hear what happens in this sweet tale of friendship and success. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Gus needs a break from the bustle of the city. Following the instructions given to him by his dear cousin Tenny, Gus journeys to a little-known bus stop and rides out to the countryside. Curl up in a cozy bucket and drift away with this peaceful tale. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Dorothy sits under the shade of a tree with a thick book open on her lap and glasses sliding down her nose. She is the very picture of bookishness, and this image inspires another rabbit to invite Dorothy to join a book club. Dorothy accepts the invitation, but immediately doubts her decision. Because the truth is, she is not a reader at all. Listen in on this sweet story about a rabbit trying to become the reader she has always hoped to be. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

It is Bebe's big moment. The class spelling bee is finally here, and once she wins it, she'll move on to the school-wide bee. Everything goes to plan until she discovers she will be up against a formidable (and familiar) opponent. Listen to find out whether Bebe rises to the challenge! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to CRYSTAL for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: NIKHIL, SAHANA, THEO, ELEANOR, FRANKIE, MAREN, MAE, MAXWELL, ISABEL, ABIE, LISEN, CLARE ANN, POPPY, IZZY, FELIX, MIA, KATARINA, LUCIANA, JASMINE, PHILLIP, JJ, DAVIS, and LILI! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Brambleton is cozy in his little hut--whittling the last piece of his new chess set--when his cousin, Delphine, bursts in to invite him on a new adventure. Brambleton ultimately says yes, but what exactly has he agreed to do? You'll have to listen to find out! Thank you to FIA and BASTION for the super important reminder message at the beginning! To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

It is time for Mrs. Owl to go to bed. She's been out hunting all night and dawn is breaking out the window of her treehouse. But a wondrous idea seizes her and simply will not let go. She will make some soup--not a lot, just two bowls. But Mrs. Owl's soup does not come out exactly as she expects. Find out what happens in this endearing tale about an owl following her latest flight of whimsy. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to AVA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: JACK, MARY, AMY, PENNY, MICAH, FLORA, NARI, LEVI, DALLAS, RUBY, CLANCY, WILLOW, JUNE, KELS, NIKO, IVY, NILA, CULLEN, VIVIENNE, ANDREW, and EDDY! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Mr. Opossum always had a talent for finding things. He built a successful acorn storage and retrieval business, which became popular among the forest squirrels. With success came complexity, and Mr. Opossum needed help to keep his shop open. He found Beverly, a warm-hearted senior chipmunk, without even looking for her. But one day, after years of consistency, Beverly did not show up for work. Mr. Opossum realized he would have to go on a search for his beloved employee. Listen in to hear what happens in this sweet story. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Leon is a young wild hamster hibernating the winter away in an underground burrow alongside his enormous family. But when a tree branch crashes to the ground above his head, shaking the ground all around him, he wakes up and goes on a snowy adventure. But the winter world presents challenges Leon did not appreciate or expect. Listen to find out what happens in this sweet tale about growing up. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to SAM for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Little Hedgehog and Bebe are desperate for a snow night off from school, but there has been nary a snowflake in sight all winter. They have been throwing ice over their shoulders, tossing salt into their tea, and eating beetles at twilight...without success. Until one night, the snow night of their dreams finally arrives. There is only one problem: the burrow is snowed in. How will Little Hedgehpg and Bebe come up with an impressive Snow Night Anecdote to share with their classmates? And how will a mysterious snow tunnel figure into all this? To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S NOON, EVERYBODY! Little Hedgehog cannot wait to implement a brand new rolling strategy this year, but there is just one teensy problem. She has come down with a case of the dreaded POLKA DOT EYE! What can this possibly have to do with the Annual Hedgehog Roll at New Year's Noon? You'll have to listen to find out. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to RYLEE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to ELLIE, LANDER, PRESLEY, GABE, GAVIN, RAYNE, SYLVIE, JULETTE, MIA, MADELEINE, RILEY, ISA, SOPHIE, ATTICUS, ORLA, CLANCY, CATALINA, EMORY, CAMDEN, JACHYM, ZORA, ELEANOR, SOFIE, KENZIE, ALICE, TAMMAH, LUNA, FELIX, CLEM, AUTUMN, EMILY, CHARLIE, EPONINE, REMY, MICAH, LORELAI, MAXWELL, LYRA, EDDIE, EZRI, ANNABEL, IVY, FIONA, FLORA, ALMA, and ANDREW! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

It is time for a peaceful night's sleep after a long day. Nestle in your bed and drift off to this sweet tale about an Old English Sheepdog named Elvis who has been waiting all day for his people to come home. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

Mouse from "Mouse Bakes a Cake" is BACK! Specifically, he is back from his first semester of cooking school. After a series of mishaps, Mouse is questioning whether he will ever become a real chef. Still, in order to help his dear grandmother, Mouse volunteers to make a dish for the annual winter festival. With his best friend Larry's assistance, Mouse will make some delicious cookies and get some of his confidence back. But the cookies do not turn out quite as planned... Listen to find out what happens in this sweet story! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to ELSIE and ADAM for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Herman recently finished a beautiful, paw-crafted birdfeeder. He loves to sit in his little rocking chair and watch the birds. But he learns from his neighbor, Violetta, that one must have a permit to install a forest birdfeeder. Can this really be true? In order to keep his birdfeeder from being taken down, he investigates and is astonished by what he learns. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Little Hedgehog and Bebe's new protégé, a dragonfly named Philomena, will be knocking on the burrow door at precisely 3:37 am. YAY! Yay. But their plans must change when a tiny, orderly babysitter appears at the burrow door, ready to care for the hedgehogs while Mr. Hedgehog attends a conference. Find out what happens in this mildly ridiculous tale about two tiny hedgehogs, an even tinier babysitter, and a dragonfly protégé who could really benefit from rescheduling her tutoring session. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to TAI for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to MAXWELL, LYRA, KATARINA, LUCIANA, NIA, ISLA, EVVIE, BARRETT, ELIZA, REYKJA, JOEL, IMOGEN, IZZY, FELIX, SAMUEL, MARYANN, and FELICIA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Rocky is a rambunctious young raccoon tasked with going to the midnight market to purchase items for his mother. It is the first time Rocky has had such an opportunity, and he wants to show how responsible he can be. Things get a little more complicated when Rocky's little sister tags along. Listen to find out what happens in this sweet bedtime story. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Rufus is a wiry terrier with a little whip of a tail who is taken out of the animal shelter and brought to a new home with the Lady and another dog, Frankie. It should be cause for major celebration...but Rufus is not sure who he can trust. Will Rufus move past his fears and embrace his new home? And what about this 'Halloween' thing Frankie keeps talking about? You'll have to listen in to this sweet story to find out what happens. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to BETSY and EMMA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! And thank you the MANY premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to ADDIE, SOPHIA CLARE, WILLOW, LUCIA, SELENE, POSIE, PORTER, PEGGY SUE, RYLEE, CLANCY, CRYSTAL, ALITHEA, MAYLIS, SOPHIE, JUNIPER, LISEN, CLARE ANNE, MOHA, YAVIN, VIVIAN, MIA, DEAN, KILLIAN, EVA, THEA, OLALLIE, SYLVIA, and OLIVER! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Mr. Turtle runs a treat truck, serving up flycicles in summer and marsh cider in winter to all the little pond creatures. But after 20 years, he has more aches and pains than he used to, and he worries that he has no one to pass his business to when he can no longer keep it up. Then a mysterious new competitor takes his parking spot and his customers. Listen in to this sweet story to hear how Mr. Turtle handles his mounting challenges, and how he resolves the future of his business. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to ABEL for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Lambden is awakened much too early by mysterious creatures in the tree outside his window, leaving him weary and sleep-deprived the rest of the day. All he wants is a good night's sleep on the Sleep Train, but the Sleep Crew chickens have other plans in store for him. Where will they send him, and will Lambden ever get the sleep he so desperately needs? You'll have to listen to find out. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Little Hedgehog and Bebe cannot wait to take a field trip to the MOTH MUSEUM! But when it ends up being closed due to a moth mutiny, the class takes a trip to the forest circus instead. The circus is spectacular! But the most exciting part of all is not on the official list of events. Listen to find out what happens in this fun and ridiculous story! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to GEORGE and ADY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to ISLA, HANNA, MAXWELL, JEREMIAH, MAE, MIA, JULES, MAX, ANNIE, IVY, FIONA, SUMMER, AUDRA, ANNABEL, HARPER, AMAIA, QAIS, MINA, ELOISE, ONA, CONNOR, IMOGEN, MAEVE, and RONAN! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Tess, the assistant director of the Farm Theater Group, is thrilled. Tomorrow is the group's opening night performance of "Beyond The Meadow" and she just knows it is going to be flawless. Until...the leading lady, Starletta S. Goose, is hit on the head with a slop bucket. Tess is tasked with getting Starletta's understudy ready to fill in the starring role. There's just one problem...the understudy does not exist. Will Tess find an actress to fill in the leading role for opening night? You'll have to listen to find out! To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Mrs. Frog wishes her husband could be a bit warmer to other frogs, especially if he wants to join her for a dinner party next week. So Mr. Frog sets about to be as warm and friendly as he possibly can. By a stroke of good fortune, Mr. Frog's long lost cousin shows up on his doorstep, giving Mr. Frog a perfect opportunity to show how hospitable and kind he can be. But things are not quite as they seem. Listen to find out what happens in this entertaining tale. Thank you to QUINN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story: DELILAH, DEAN, CELESTE, BRIELLE, SAMUEL, ISLA, HENRY, ISAAC, LENNOX, ZANE, and TILLIE! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Mr. Beetle's story times have been erupting with boisterousness lately and he has reached the end of his patience. Gwen, his faithful assistant, suggests he take a break in order to recharge his storytelling battery. But Mr. Beetle's night off takes a series of unexpected turns. Where will he end up and will he get the break he needs in order to keep up his narrative arts? You'll have to listen to find out! To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Kip has been itching to take a 'just because' walk in the woods. Finally, he gets his chance. He's got a whole day with nothing to do before he performs in a sunset concert with his band at Big Fish Pond. But what is meant to be a quick jaunt in the woods turns into something quite a bit longer and unexpected. Will Kip make it back in time for the concert? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! Thank you to ROSALIND for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Curl up in your bed of feathers with this sweet day-in-the-life story of a young fishermouse. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Little Hedgehog and Bebe finally made it to Camp Prickletots! But because they've been assigned to different zones of camp, they will have few opportunities to be together...and may even miss out on signing up to perform in the camp's legendary 103-year-old show, Rhyme Time Adventure. Will the two friends find each other, or will they miss their chance to show off their rhyming abilities?! You'll have to listen to find out. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Pearl loves her family, enjoys wearing her stylish hat, and looks forward to traveling to the mountains. She's also a minivan. You can write a story about anything, you know. Listen to find out what happens in this sweet story about family life. ENJOY! Know a family heading out on a road trip? Do them a favor and send them this episode. Thank you to SOFI for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to CALVIN, ARTHUR, SIDRA, JAMES, LEO, VIVIAN, HOLLY, GEMMA, ERIN, and SELU! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe are traveling to Camp Prickletots - the premier summer camp for adventurous young hedgehogs - all by themselves! What could possibly go wrong? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to EVELYN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to FOSTER, BEYA, KAILA, HENRY, ARWEN, MATTHEW, ANNABEL, LANDER, HATTIE, ASTON, HARPER, ZANDER, TEDDY, MALCOLM, AMAIA, ROWAN, TRISTAN, SKYLER, FINN, MARY, AMY, PENNY, LENNOX, and THOMAS! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Raccoon finds a mysterious object as he is playing in the forest. Once he discovers its secret, he knows it will be nearly impossible to keep--but he is determined to try. Find out what happens in this sweet story that takes place in the same world as A Treasure in the Forest. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Hyacinth, Lilac, and Quill are excited to spend a night with their sweet, clever Grandmama. They'll have carrot stew, go for a hop in the forest, and visit a friend. Curl up and listen to this sweet adventure. A sleep edition of this story is available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast for Little Stories Premium subscribers. To add Little Stories for Sleep to your podcast app, visit http://www.littlestoriespremium.com. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to SENAN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to AUDREY, LOGAN, JASMIN, ALON, MADELEINE, ERIN, SYLVAN, THEA, MALINKA, WILHELM, EVA, THEA, ISLA, ARTHUR, BRYN, OLIVIA, LIAM, HARPER, EZRI, HAWTHORN, and ARIA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Drift to sleep listening to this peaceful tale of a rat who ventures across the sea towards a new life on his wooden boat. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can join or gift a subscription by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Lorna, a rust-brown tortoise, intends to spend a quiet day in her cottage with her pet spider and her plants. But after she does something dramatic to signal her lack of forgiveness towards a friend, a mysterious fairy appears to confront her. What will happen when Nobilina forces Lorna to face her record of forgivelessness? You'll have to listen and find out! To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

It is Clover's first day of work at Forest Mart, and she is both excited and nervous about starting a new chapter in life. Things are going well--she is learning all about Forest Mart's operations from Rhonda, her supervisor--until she gets on the wrong side of a fellow employee. Listen to find out what happens in this lighthearted tale of new beginnings. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to OLIVER for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

It is Little Hedgehog's BIRTHDAY! What kind of party will she have and will there be any surprises?? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to JUNIPER for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to MAE, HANNA, JEREMIAH, MAXWELL, LENORA, SANAIYA, CECILIA, PEARL, LENNON, BECKETT, ELEANOR, JASPER, OSCAR, MALCOLM, EZRI, ZOE, DYLAN, LEO, EMBER, TITUS, SABINA, ELIAS, NOVA, AISHA, and VEER! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Frog wakes up with fragmented memories of the night before, when he apparently achieved a goal he'd been aiming at for years. For some reason, he is feeling stress rather than joy after his big win. See what happens when Frog pieces together his forgotten night and sets a new course for his future. To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Miss Rabbit wakes up to hear a voice telling her to start a cookie business. How ridiculous! How absurd! But eventually...Miss Rabbit listens. Find out what happens in this charming tale about a young rabbit who takes a chance on her dreams. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to MAEVE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Nem, a seven-year-old gnome, has just been given a single lime green seed with which to grow the garden he will tend to for life. Every other seven-year-old gnome tackles the challenge with enthusiasm, swiftly claiming patches of land and getting to work. Not Nem. He is far from ready to make his way in the world. Find out what happens as Nem travels through the forest with his beetle, Mo, and how he ultimately confronts his doubts with the help of a gnome you may remember from "The Gnome and the Seed". ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to LIBBY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Goatina does not have a garden, which has become a source of embarrassment, since every other goat in her quilting circle has a garden and can't seem to stop talking about it. What will happen when Goatina finally decides it's time to begin a garden of her own? To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

It's time for the annual school talent show! Bebe has decided on which of her many talents to showcase, but she's keeping it a surprise until the big night. Little Hedgehog, known for her sunny personality, will serve as emcee for the evening. But what will happen when Little Hedgehog begins to feel slightly...not herself the night of the show? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to ARIA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to BENNY, CARTER, JAXON, HENDRIX, HARPER, LEA, RAPHA, ANIKA, LUCA, MAJUI, UIARA, YAEL, ANNABEL, MOLLY, KAILER, OLIVIA, EMMIT, ELROY, and BRYN! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

It has been two years since the release of A Cat Story in two parts! Now you can listen to the full one hour story with no interruptions. Cat lives in a house with big picture windows. He enjoys lazing by the window, napping, and bird-watching. His life is simple and quiet. Until one day he sees something that sends a chill down his furry spine. Find out what happens to Cat when he escapes his safe, comfortable life and embarks on an adventure. ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

It is Valentine's Day and Lambden is invited to board the Sleep Train for a celebration of his favorite thing: SLEEP. But what will happen when he presses the button beneath his pillow and a great...nothingness fills his room? Will Lambden be doomed to toss and turn in his own bed? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! A sleep edition of this story is available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast for Little Stories Premium subscribers. To add Little Stories for Sleep to your podcast app, visit http://www.littlestoriespremium.com. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to OLIVER and SYLVIA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story! Thank you to OLALLIE, FELIX, RODEO, KYLIE, AYLA, JUDE, TIANA, COLTER, CORA, WYATT, FLETCHER, HALEY, ELLA, MIA, ALMA, SKY, CONNOR, JACK, ASTON, HARPER, CARTER, LEILA, RIVER, ANIKA, KELS, SYLVIA, SIMONE, and DEAN! Get MORE of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Mr. Beetle's Wednesday night story times are more popular than ever. But lately, there has been a young bug who seems intent on stealing his well-earned spotlight. Will Mr. Beetle be able to wrest his own show away from this unruly character? To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

All Quip Willis wants is peace and quiet, but sales ferrets won't stop knocking on his treehouse door. Everything changes when Quip moves into the houseboat of his dreams. Until things take an unexpected turn... You'll have to listen to find out what happens in this entertaining tale. ENJOY! If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to REMY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to premium subscribers HANNA, MAXWELL, JEREMIAH, MAE, EASTON, ELODIE, MARGARET, ANNABEL, KOKO, REOLA, MAYLIS, SOPHIE, ALBA, KIERAN, and AARO for the wonderful sound effects used in this story! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Lizard lives in a small pet shop in the middle of a city. He has been there for years, but he has never given up hope that he will someday go home with a family. But what happens when it seems as though Lizard's dream is lost forever? To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

It's time for all the hedgehogs in the land to converge upon the big hill to celebrate NEW YEAR'S NOON! Will Little Hedgehog ride a mutant rat? How might the zebra conference next door complicate things? You'll have to listen to find out. If you LOVE THIS EPISODE, PLEASE SHARE IT! Thank you to ELEANOR for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to MIRABELLA, LYRA, CORA, LUCY, HAYDEN, ADALYN, ANNA-GRACE, JUDE, CATI, LUCAS, THEO, ISLA, KAILA, HENRY, NOVA, LINDEN, ANNA, LUCCIANA, NATHAN, BALIN, LIORA, NOAH, DENVER, HUDSON, CHARLIE, NATE, LUKE, JACK, MAVIS, FIONA, SOPHIA, ELIJAH, KENDRICK, GARETH, WELLS, RHETT, OLIVER, KAI, and VIOLET for the wonderful sound effects used in this story! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join or GIFT a subscription at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Someone is knocking on Little Hedgehog's burrow door...or is it possible the knocking is coming from somewhere else?? See what happens when Little Hedgehog and Bebe receive a delightful invitation from an unexpected visitor. ENJOY! To hear the full episode, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com Join Little Stories Premium to get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access to Little Stories for Sleep, an exclusive bedtime podcast filled with sleepy stories! You can also purchase Little Stories Premium as a gift! Visit https://www.littlestoriespremium.com/gifts to learn more.

Little Hedgehog LOVES having a pet chameleon. He changes color, he might possibly be advanced at hydration, and he loves to say YAY. But what happens when he stops saying yay, and begins to cough?! You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to MILA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to SCOUT, RUBY, EMMA, HAZEL, CYRUS, ALI, AVALEA, VIOLET, MAEVE, RONAN, ARIA, HAWTHORN, GARRISON, THEODORE, RYLEE, TREVOR, AUDEN, CORMIK, REOLA, REMY, IMOGEN, and HOLLY! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

All Ms. Winter wants to do is find the next great tail painting artist in the forest. Why does it have to be so difficult? And why does her archrival, Ms. Honeyworth, have so much success? Listen and see if you can figure it out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to ABIGAIL for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to MADELYN, SANAIYA, CECELIA, SAGE, DAVID, EVELYN, MILO, ELLIE, DAYA, ADA, JACK, CARTER, SABINA, NATASA, ANI, UNA, ELOWYN, JUNIPER, and HOLDEN! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Nestle in bed with this lovely story of a baker's routine in the dark of the morning. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

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Lambden has had a long Halloween-filled day, so he is looking forward to a peaceful ride on his beloved Sleep Train. But this year, the Sleep Crew has something different in mind than its usual low-key Halloween ride. Find out what happens when Lambden boards the Spooky Sleep Train! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to ZAHLI and ZAYDEN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to LEXI, MALA, LAMONT, PEARL, MAC, LEO, LEWIS, EVA, THEA, JOURNEY, IMOGEN, BEATRICE, HANA, MAXWELL, JEREMIAH, MAE, SYLVIA, DALLIN, ELI, AVA, SYLVAN, KIERAN, LUNA, and LAURYN! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Brambleton T. Beetle is back for a brand new adventure! He had planned to spend a quiet afternoon on the lake. But Brambleton's cousin Delphine has other plans. Find out what happens after she convinces him to join her at The Forest Game Show! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to ZELDA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to DELLA, ARDEA, EMMA, ELEANOR, JOSEPHINE, DYLAN, RILEY, VIOLET, OSIAN, LLOYD, EMORY, GARETH, WELLS, SELDON, MARTIN, WALTER, WESLEY, SIYANA, LAYTH, and IYLA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Lambden is finally boarding the SLEEP ROCKET! Buckle up for the adventure of a lifetime. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to MONROE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to SOPHIE, PHOEBE, IBRAHIM, LEENA, RYAN, THE KINDERS, THE FIRSTIES, SELAH, MIA, LOU, ORION, LILIAH, TESSA, GEMMA, FIN, ARLY, RILEY, DYLAN, LUCAS, WESLEY, ELSA, ZEMI, JACK, CATE, OSCAR, JUNE, MILES, LIBERTY, JANE, ALEC, SCARLETT, and LUCA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

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It's time for Little Hedgehog and Bebe to start a new school year, and they are THRILLED to be assigned to Ms. Persimmony's class. They decide to spend the entire summer on entrepreneurial pursuits in order to show Ms. Persimmony they share her love of business. Which of their business ideas will take off? And what will happen on the first night of school? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to ARI and ADA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to ADELAIDE, RORY, JOSIAH, MONROE, LUKE, PEARL, AMBROSE, MAYA, ZIGGY, LIAM, DIANA, WESLEY, OSIAN, DENVER, AURORA, HARPER, and VIOLET PEARL! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

After Timothy V. Turtle runs over his neighbor's daisies with a wheelbarrow, he gets a visit from a tiny turtle fairy on a mission to teach Timothy the art of apologizing. Will Timothy learn to give a proper apology? What will happen to his beautiful seven-layer sandwich? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! To hear other stories featuring the turtle fairy, Nobilina, search for "Vivi Finds Her Voice" and "Theo and the Speak Up Fairy" in your favorite podcast app. If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to SOPHIE and LUCY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to EVA, OLIVIA, REOLA, SELAH, EMERSON, REESE, JAMESON, DECLAN, PIPER, FINLEY, JEREMIAH, MAE, MYLA, ZEKE, LUKE, and MICKEY! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep--a bedtime podcast featuring brand new sleep stories--with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

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Mr. Hedgehog has noticed how helpful Little Hedgehog has been lately, and wants to allow her the opportunity to take on even more responsibility. He decides it's time for Little Hedgehog to have her very own pet. Which creature will Little Hedgehog select to cherish and care for? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to JASPER for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to ELLIE, ISAAC, AIDEN, JENNI, LLOYD, EMORY, NOLAN, LENORA, MAXWELL, ZOE, ELLIANA, ARLO, RAINIER, and ACADIA! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Bug is a roly poly, or pill bug, who learns shocking new information about himself from a group of children on the edge of a school playground. This news causes him to question his entire terrestrial life. This entertaining tale about coming to terms with reality is sure to be a new favorite. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to EZRA and FIONA for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. CLAY, ZARA, RIVER, MARTIN, WALTER, WESLEY, REMY, ARLO, NINA, MARGOT, IRIS, SLOANE, ZEMI, CORA, LYRA, SEBASTIAN, MALCOLM, OLIVER, ADA, EMILIA, DEAN, ELSA, KENJI, and KIMIKO! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep with Little Stories Premium! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

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Old Mr. Beetle is BACK! If you are new to the podcast, you may want to go back and listen to Mr. Beetle's Story Time and Mr. Beetle Tackles Fame for the backstory on our characters. In this tale, there is a new performer on the 25th branch who is attracting a lot of attention with his dazzling tricks. Will Mr. Beetle be able to forge ahead with his story? What will happen when he decides to thrill his audience with his own fancy tricks and astonishments? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with YOUR FRIENDS. It makes a big difference! Thank you to SIMONE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects used in this story. Thank you to ARYA, CARTER, JACK, EVERETT, AURORA, ZORA, KILLIAN, ELEANOR, ISABEL, MELODY, JOURNEY, MACKENZIE, PHOEBE, SOPHIE, NOELLE, MICAYLA, OWEN, AUDREY, ELI, MAREN, FRANKIE, MAE, KATE, COURTNEY, ANABELLA, RUBY, FIONNA, OSCAR, JUNE, DECLAN, ASTRID, JASMIN, ADAM, BEN, FRANCES, JULIA, CELESTE, LUKE, LUCY, CARMELITA, HENRY, CHARLIE, ANDREW, MAC, SULLY, and ALESSA! Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a new series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Little Stories Premium subscribers. On Little Stories for Sleep, every episode begins and ends with soft music perfect for bedtime. There are no introductions before the story, no comments after--nothing to interrupt a soothing bedtime playlist. To hear more Wandering Sleep Stories, you can sign up for Little Stories Premium by visiting http://littlestoriespremium.com

Chipmunk finds a mysterious treasure in the forest and delights in having it all to herself. But what happens when she is discovered by a group of curious creatures? And what will happen to her found treasure? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! Thank you to VERENIQUE for the super important reminder message at the beginning! If you love this story, please share it with all nosy squirrels, badgers who radiate seriousness, anyone named Snimm, and your friends. Thank you to everyone who has shared the podcast! Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

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Mr. Hedgehog has been saying no a lot lately, leading Little Hedgehog and Bebe to test his internal gauge for parental decision-making by asking to venture back through the tunnel located conveniently in Little Hedgehog's room. Will they finally be able to go on an adventure? Listen and find out! Thank you to ADELIA for the super important reminder message at the beginning!!! If you love this story, please share it with all singing spiders, ostriches who compete in diving competitions, all largish hedgehogs who also do taxes, and your friends. They just might need a good story. Thank you to the many premium subscribers who supplied sound effects for this story! Thank you to MAIA, GABI, ENZO, LILY, TREVOR, AYLIE, IRIS, SLOANE, OLIVIA, LENORA, JOY, FELIX, ELAH, THEO, SYLVIE, LEAH, MILLIE, LORENZO, FRANCESCO, DOMENICO, IVY, FIONA, LOUISA, JONAH, LILLIAN, JASPER, RUBY, MILA, ELIZA, CHARLOTTE, HARPER, WAVERLY, WINTER, and KIRA! Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

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Lambden is filled with anticipation, knowing he'll get to board his beloved Sleep Train once more. But what will happen when beetles are discovered on the tracks? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! Thank you to TULAY for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who provided sound effects used in this story! Thank you to ALI, ALEC, SELAH, WILLOW, REOLA, CLAY, LOWELL, ANNA, AUGUST, CARTER, EVYRN, ZORA, ZOE, QUINTEN, SAHANA, NIKHIL, LIVIA, FRIDA, NOA, ELLA, MIA, ALMA, MAVIS, SIERRA, RHYE, ISLA, ABBY, CHARLIE, CODY, AVERY, HENRY, BEATRICE, DEAN, COCO, HANA, MAXWELL, JEREMIAH, MAE, HAYDEN, HADLEY, ARYA, TALLULAH, HAVEN, NOVA, CYRUS, WYATT, LUNA, HAZEL, and FINN! If you love this story, please share it with all imperiled beetles, moths who do not have trouble laughing, all bus drivers, and your friends. They just might need a good story. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love, ad-free listening, and access Little Stories for Sleep! Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Mr. Hedgehog has come down with the dreaded spots! Will he have to drink garlic tea for weeks?! What will happen when Cecil's recommended doctor arrives at the burrow? You'll have to listen and find out. ENJOY! Thank you to CALVIN for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Thank you to the many premium subscribers who provided sound effects used in this story! Thank you to MAXINE, BEN, LILAH, IVY, OSCAR, JUNE, NATALIE, HANA, ESTHER, IRIS, JACK, ISLA, BONE, ELAINA, LEENA, IBRAHIM, FOX, CARTER, AMIRA, MITALI, EMMA, COLE, ROSE, ANDY, OLIVIA, LIAM, MAYA, NOAH, DYLAN, EVA, AKSEL, PENNY, CORA, ELLA, KEA, NORA, COSMO, HANNAH, MADELINE, OLIVER, HENRY, LEIGHTON, HARRISON, ADALOU, ERLIE, LINDEN, GRADY, TEDDY, RUBY, KAITY, and KAZJA! If you love this story, please share it with all substitute teachers, moths who have trouble laughing, all whistling pigs, and your friends. They just might need a good story. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

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This is a quiet, atmospheric story about a mysterious bridge that appears out of nowhere and the young squirrel who decides to cross it. Find out what happens when Sasha makes her way across the canyon, in the midst of a great fog. Thank you to HANNAH for the super important reminder message at the beginning! Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

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It's that time of year again, when all of the hedgehogs in the region descend upon the big hill to celebrate the start of a new year! Little Hedgehog cannot WAIT to ride a pig, and she is prepared for this year's hedgehog roll after the free tough training session she had three months ago. What will happen at this year's festivities? Will there be any unforeseen incidents? Will anyone listen to the disgruntled hedgehog in the corduroy vest? You'll just have to listen and find out. ENJOY! Thank you to BARRETT for the super important reminder message at the beginning. Thank you to ISABELLA, MAKAMA, VATI, AJ, OLIVER, VIVIAN, CHLOE, BEATRICE, ELLAWYN, KIRA, ISABELLE, SARAH, MICHELLE, ANNIKA, KARLA, CORDELIA, CAROLINE, EMILY, MAGNOLIA, QUINCY, CALLIOPE, COPPEN, MACEO, EMMA, JULIA, IVY, FIONA, ELOISE, and LOTTIE for the wonderful sound effects used in this story! If you love this story, PLEASE SHARE IT with all disgruntled hedgehogs, anyone who has 27 cats, all formally dressed worms, and your friends! They just might need a good story. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

The Tale of a Tree is a quiet story featuring a Douglas Fir tree who lives in a yard. Once Tree gains awareness of the world around him, he begins to see strange things. Fir trees begin to arrive in the neighborhood in the backs of trucks and on the tops of cars. People place them inside their homes, in the windows, with views of the street. After a while, they decorate them. Tree doesn't understand these new developments. They raise questions about his own life and future that he must explore and ultimately accept. Enjoy! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Find my two picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream at https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books

Visit www.littlestoriespremium.com to sign up for my brand new subscription program to get MORE STORIES, ad-free listening, and to help make LSFTP sustainable for years to come. You can GIFT a subscription, too! (YAY! Yay.) As soon as you sign up, you'll get access to two brand new stories, exclusive to my premium subscribers--The Drive Thru Elf, a silly, entertaining tale that had my own kids giggling; and The Very Last Leaf, a sleepy story perfect for bed. ENJOY! www.littlestoriespremium.com

Frog and Salamander are back! Make sure to listen to Frog and Salamander: A Comparison Story for Kids to get the backstory on the characters. It's one of my very favorites. In this new story, Frog has just finished his masterpiece. But what will happen when goats find their way to Frog's new book? Listen and find out! If you love this story, please share it with everyone who loves the clack of a typewriter, snails who are between books right now, anyone who has been wronged by goats, Martha Mallomar, and your friends! If you get something of value from my stories, please share them. It makes a world of difference. If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to KAMDEN for helping me with the super important reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to JANNAH, MAYANA, PHOENIX, EVELYN, and SLOANE for the sound effects used in this story! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a special audiobook version of Little Hedgehog Goes to School! Those who have the book (YAY! Yay.) can read along. Those who don't, that is okay too! Just imagine the pictures in your mind, as you always do. Big People, if you'd like to get a copy of the book, just visit https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Hamster has set off on her own to live her best life in her brand new burrow. With great care, she decorates her new home. But while she is out gathering food, someone else stops by for a nap. What will happen when Hamster discovers a snake in her sanctuary? What will happen to her decor?! You'll just have to listen and find out. If you love this story, please share it with everyone who puts too many pillows on their bed, anyone allergic to strawberries who also has a sense of humor, all lovers of thrift shops, all hamsters who have to have their morning dandelion tea before dealing with anyone, and your friends! If you get something of value from my stories, please share them. It makes a world of difference. If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to RHIANNON for helping me with the super important reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to HARPER, KIRA, CASSY, LAMONT, GLORIA, and CLIFFORD for the sound effects used in this story! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe realize at the last minute that it is HALLOWEEN! Which costumes will they choose? Will there, in fact, be a Halloween Parade? And what will happen when they approach a spooky tree while out trick-or-treating? You'll just have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all prickly bears, any and all ants headed into mysterious tunnels, every single self-help book aficionado, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to MAE for helping me with the super important reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to REED, COLLIN, RUBY, LP, and EMILEIGH for the sound effects used in this story! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Fence is the story of Mr. Felix, a grumpy old rabbit, and Marcus, the cheerful young mole who lives in the next tree. Their outlooks on life could not be more different. Their dispositions could not be less similar. When Mr. Felix can no longer tolerate Marcus's exuberance, Mr. Felix takes drastic action. But what will happen when a storm rips through the forest? Don't worry--this story ends on a happy and hopeful note. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all rabbits with enviable whiskers, any and all molescouts, every single frogcaster, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to LEONIE for contributing the super important reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to PETER, AUDREY, ANNA, and MILA for the sound effects used in this story! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Lambden cannot wait to board his beloved Sleep Train, but he is in for an unexpected surprise when a mouse wearing a jetpack flies in his open window. Will Lambden agree to press the new temporary button? What will be on the other side? You'll just have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all fans of woolen crafts, any and all tortoise research scientists, all woolly rhinoceri, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to EISLEY for contributing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to INDI, FERN, ARYA, OLIVE, PICO, FELICITY, ANTONIO, KAMARIA, ZHU ZHU, MAGGIE, BAIA, SIMONE, SHILOH, KINSLEY, ANNIE, BO, LIAM, TAIRA, BEATRICE, JASPER, JAMISON, VIVIENNE GRACE, LUCAS, KILLIAN, ESME, KINSLEY, NOAH, RIANN, OWEN, CAITLIN, ADAM, BEN, HAZEL, MADDIE, MASON, SIDRA, SUMMER, MATTHEW, LEIF, FELIX, ELIYAH, ZOE, EVERLY, SOPHIA, EISLEY, JUDY, HUGO, SIMON, EZRA JOY for the super important sound effects! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe decide to write their very own book. They imagine holding it in their tiny paws, and seeing their names on the cover. But what if the fantasy of book-writing does not quite match the reality? Follow along as they meet an impressed caterpillar, a confused spider, a scowling weasel, and a prolific (and prickly) writer who just happens to live very nearby. If you love this story, please share it with all sleepy cows off in the distance, any and all forest comedy night headliners, all choir members, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to SEHEJ for providing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to MAJUI, MARYAM, MILES, LIBBY, RACHEL, NAOMI, STELLA, AURORA, IBRAHEEM, MAXWELL, EVAN, LEO, CARLOS, ZEKE, GIDEON, AMOS, MEGAN, MARISOL, ELLIE, LYNDON, NOA, OLLIE, KENDI, SHEP, WILSON, EMMY, SOPHIE, PHOEBE, LYDIA, and ELOISE for the super important sound effects! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe have acquired train tickets from a reputable vendor in order to travel TO THE SEA! Will Mr. Hedgehog go along with their plan? What will they do at the sea once they arrive? You'll just have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all worms who dream of seeing dolphins, any and all sand crabs, all species of life guards, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to IVY for contributing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to PARKER, LEO, AVA, GEMMA, and LOLA for the super important sound effects! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Squirrel is the best sales squirrel in the business, but he is also chronically late. When he finds a shiny new elevator in the tree he needs to climb, he figures it won't hurt to take a ride rather than rumple his suit. Once Squirrel is inside, he finds himself on an unexpected adventure. Will Squirrel be late for his sales meeting? And who is the strangely enthusiastic mouse huddled in the corner? You'll just have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all exasperated bosses, any shrews who just want people to stop collapsing their tunnels, all time travelers, and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to GEORGE for contributing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to the listeners who provided sound effects used in this story: ESSIE, ISOBEL, FREDDIE, and BROOKS! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is PART TWO of Cat's adventure. Cat is still reeling from his discovery about the Colonel...but he is also very hungry. He needs to find food and then he needs to find answers. What will Cat discover about his own life? Will he remain a WILD cat? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all self-professed cat ladies, any ladybugs with fading eyesight, all chipmunk guards, and your friends - with and without cat allergies. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! Thank you to EMILY for helping me with the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to the listeners who provided sound effects used in this story: SIMONE, CASSY, SHEA, NORAH, AUBREY, IVY, ALON, and TAI! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Cat lives in a house with big picture windows. He enjoys lazing by the window, napping, and bird-watching. His life is simple and quiet. Until, one day he sees something that sends a chill down his furry spine. Find out what happens in part one of Cat's big life adventure. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with singing crickets, any cats who have ever been put on a leash, dormice that prefer not to be eaten, all self-professed cat ladies - and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to EVE for contributing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to LILLY for her "two-part story" proclamation. And thank you to the listeners who provided sound effects used in this story: SOPHIE, ELSA, VIOLET PEARL, BRIANNA, NICO, LAMONT, EVIE, JOSIAH, AMABELLA, CYPRESS, HENLEY, and BELEN! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S NOON, everyone! Little Hedgehog and Bebe are back and they are off to celebrate another year gone by and a new year beginning. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with any snakes interested in becoming rock musicians, all owls who want to transition to eating only protein bars, any pigs who believe they could win a footrace - and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: leave a rating or review in your podcast app! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. Thank you to BAKARI for helping me with the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to the MANY listeners who provided sound effects used in this story: ELLIE, BARRETT, JUDE, PRESTON, TAIRA, ROMAN, ELLIOT, ZAINA, THEO, MILO, AIDA, ELIYAH, HAZEL, EMERSON, SILAS, GLENN, JEMIMA, ESME, SAWYER, ELOISE, GENEVIEVE, RUFUS, RACHEL, LYNDON, AILIS, NATHANIEL, CHARLOTTE, AUGUST, PHOEBE, MALCOLM, CARTER, FIONA, KRISTANA, DEVAN, MICAH, HARRISON, NILSSON, LILA, TESSA, COLTON, CECIL, KINSLEY, AMES, NORA, JOSEPHINE, OLIVIA, ANNA, LEVI, OWEN, WALTER, SIMON, ISLA, MAC, SULLY, CLAIRE, ERIK, TENLEY, BEATRICE, CYPRESS, AJ, EVERLY, and ZANE! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Parrot lives in an apartment on the outskirts of a city, above the outfield of a baseball diamond. She enjoys spending time wandering around the apartment, sitting on her person's shoulder, taking her daily naps, and watching the baseball games down below. Her life is simple and fine - until a series of unexpected things happen. Find out what happens in this sweet story about friendship and change. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with any parrots who may be lonelier than they care to admit, snails who enjoy baseball, anyone who loves a challenging jigsaw puzzle - don’t we all - and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: PIPPA, YAEL, and LIAM! Thank you to MIA for helping me with the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog, Bebe, and Mr. Hedgehog go on an impromptu camping trip in the wilderness. Little Hedgehog brings her new recorder along for the trip. Will she ever get a chance to actually play it? What will happen when a fox approaches their tent? You'll just have to listen and find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all porcupines who are working on walking more quietly, all foxes who just want to eat a hedgehog once in a while, anyone who plays the recorder with enthusiasm, and all of your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: STELLA, KINA, ALAN, MIA, and CEDAR! Thank you to MATTEO and NICO for contributing the reminder message at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

So many of us are in the middle of a long fog right now, and it can be hard to deal with the uncertainty of it. Oakley, the chipmunk in this story, encounters his first long fog and learns to find the magic in it. I hope you enjoy this one! This story comes from a collaboration with David of Sparkle Stories, and you will hear both of our voices. You can find many more stories from Sparkle Stories by visiting https://www.sparklestories.com/browse/ and listen to the conversation that led to the development of this story by visiting The Storying Project here: https://thestoryingproject.com/ If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Lambden's beloved Sleep Train is out of service due to a sloth infestation. The Sleep Cruise is experiencing technical difficulties. But the brand new Sleep Submarine is on the way, ready to bring Lambden's sleep to new depths. Will Lambden regret boarding this submarine with a questionable backstory? Or will it deliver him the best sleep of his life? You'll just have to listen to find out. If you love this story, please share it with all nurse practitioner lizards, all dramatic penguins, all exceedingly humble bats, and all of your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: GRAHAM, RAMONA, DELLA, VIVIENNE, ADHARA, and GEMMA! Thank you to ADDILYN for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Tell the truth. It sounds easy, doesn't it? But what about when you are under great pressure not to? That is the situation Miro, a young chipmunk, finds himself in at work as a house painter. Will Miro find the strength to say what is true in the midst of the great, living forest? You'll have to listen and find out. If you love this story, please share it with all fastidious weasels, owners of second-hand rodent tuxedo shops, headstrong rabbits who need a lesson in honesty, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: MIA, CARTER, and EIMEAR! Thank you to RAFAEL for contributing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe discover a tunnel in Little Hedgehog's bedroom. Where does it lead? Will there be a mushroom throat lozenge factory at the other end? You'll just have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all camel crickets living in your basement, all other species of crickets who enjoy audio documentaries about igneous rocks and science fiction trilogy novels, water skiing rabbits, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: Thank you Z, ESSIE, CAMILLE, MADISON, and SOPHIE! Thank you to SIMONE for contributing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Mr. Beetle has decided to host a weekly storytime for young bugs (aided by his friend Gwen, who has agreed to operate the music player in an effort to provide the perfect soundtrack). Hosting a live storytime turns out to be slightly more complicated than Mr. Beetle imagined. How will his story end? Will it make any sense at all? And how will the young bugs (and the one terrifying mouse) respond to it? Is Mr. Beetle destined to become a legendary storyteller? You'll just have to listen and find out. If you love this story, please share it with all elder beetles who are still following their dreams, any mice who cannot eat bugs due to a severe allergy, all opiniated bugs, and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. Big People: if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: OLIVER, CAROLINA, PEDRO, and CREDA! Thank you to LIZZIE for contributing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Kip, a squirrel who lives in the forest, discovers that human people go for walks for no particular reason at all. They aren't collecting food or gathering materials for their big metallic birds. One day, Kip decides to go for his own "just because" walk. And when he does, he learns something he won't soon forget. If you love this story, please share it with all worms who despise ironing, any and all deer who wear glasses and rollerskates, frogs whose names you can't quite recall, and your friends. They might just need a good story these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: ZAINA, AVIVA, LAUREL, and ISAIAH! Thank you to OM for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe are back, and they are putting their architecture skills to the test. Will their new treehouse feature a helipad and a zero gravity tank? You'll just have to listen and find out. If you love this story, please share it with all fiddle-brandishing raccoons, anyone whose definition of dancing includes head bobbing, any and all foxes willing to sign "no eat" agreements, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: ALEX, CHRISTIAN, and GRACE! Thank you to BONNIE and LOTTA for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Comparison...we all do it. Except me. I never compare myself to other people. Okay, fine. I do it too. But I'm trying not to! Listen in to hear how Frog comes to realize that all the energy he's put into comparing himself to Salamander - the most famous writer in Wormly Pond - might not be doing him any favors. If you love this story, please share it with all frogs in your life, anyone still using a typewriter, any and all salamanders with bestselling books, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: ORLI, SAMI, CALLIE, and her dad, PAUL! Thank you to ZEV for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

I think you are going to love this story. I know I say that a lot, but I really think you will love this one. It's a story about friendship, big feelings, the randomness in life, and things that are out of our control. It's about a spider and her dearest friends. ENJOY! If you love this story, please share it with all spiders you happen upon in your ceiling corners, all dogs with jangly collars, any and all people who use canes, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I'd LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: MAGGIE, GIA, LILA, IBRAHIM, EMMA, and AYDA! Thank you to OWEN for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Part Two is finally here! Listen and find out what happens during Little Hedgehog and Bebe's time apart, as well as their exciting reunion! I hope you love it! If you love this story, please share it with all Mer-Hedgehogs you happen upon in underground caves, all talkative parrots with internet access, any and all exasperated dads, and your friends! They might just need a good story these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: GRACE, ELLIE, and CHLOE! Thank you to XOLA for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Sleep Crew is back with a new bedtime adventure for Lambden. Will turbulence and a hungry fox spoil his midnight journey? The only way to find out is to listen. ENJOY! If you LOVE this story, please share it with all storks with pocketwatches, any and all moose (short or towering), any sheep who have trouble sleeping--and also your friends, who might just need a good story. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: JAMIE, TIMOTHY, LIAM, CECE, ARIA, LEILA, and ROSA! Thank you to SOPHIA for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe are BACK! Find out what happens when they have to spend some time apart, something you and your friends may have some experience with these days. If you LOVE this story, please share it with all mice that are in want of more fur, anyone named Jimberson, all wilderness enthusiasts, those who both live off-grid but also have an internet connection, and...your friends, who you may be missing these days. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: COHEN, EVELYN, MILLIE, HENLEY, AND LUCY! Thank you to ADEMILAYO for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Beeble is a regular old caterpillar, except for one tiny little thing: he has NO intention of going through the BIG CHANGE. Will Beeble ever turn into a big, beautiful - oof, a studio spider has just sent me another terse email. I must attend to this. You'll just have to listen to the story and find out. If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT with all caterpillars (especially those wearing boots) and with YOUR FRIENDS. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: CORA and SOPHIE! Thank you to DAVID for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This story is perfect for BEDTIME. It's a little bit shorter, not a WHOLE LOT happens, and it is somewhat proven to deepen sleep (based on measurements using the sleep monitoring machine I just happen to store in my studio at all times). If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT with all raccoons you come across on during late night walks in the woods, all deer wearing roller skates (you will have to shout because they move real quick, people), and YOUR FRIENDS. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: BEN, CALEB, LUKE, RIVER, and ANAIS LOU! Thank you to MORGAN for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This story is a follow-up to one of my most popular stories, We All Fell In. If you are new to the podcast, you may want to go back and listen to that episode first. This one is about FEARS but it is NOT SCARY. A new cast of characters accidentally falls into a deep dark hole...will they find a way out? Listen and ENJOY! If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT with all dachshunds, snakes, turtles, three-legged cats, tree crabs, mysterious bipedal creatures, oh and and share it with YOUR FRIENDS. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: CALVIN, OSCAR, CLAIRE, ERIK, and ONA! Thank you to ESAI for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog and Bebe are BACK! Listen and find out what happens when they decide to create a time capsule to preserve treasures from the future days of yore. If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT with all crows, crickets, worms (both those who recite poetry and those who sing), oh and and share it with YOUR FRIENDS. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: NOA, AILEY, PIPPA, SERAPHINA, MAJUÍ, UIARA, LILLY, LEON, RUBY, OLIVIA, HUGO, ABBY, NURI, CLARA, THEADORA, ADA, and EDISON! Thank you to JADE for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Our friend Herman is back with a new story about dealing with FRUSTRATION. But before we get to that, a STUDIO SPIDER has brought to my attention that there is an ISSUE with Herman. In this ridiculous episode, we come to terms with my fallibility and listen as Herman copes with an increasingly frustrating situation. All he wants to do is add an overhang above his door so he can listen to the rain. No big deal, right? If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT! Did your tiny person fall asleep while listening? Do you have friends struggling with their bedtime routines? SHARE THE LOVE. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: VIDA, CORA, CHARLOTTE! Thank you to DASH for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! And thank you to IVY, the spider, for being a loyal listener and for pointing out my grave error. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Lambden is back and this time he has the opportunity to be one of the first passengers on the brand new SLEEP CRUISE. All he has to do is bring a friend along with him. Nothing to it, right? Listen and find out! If you LOVE this bedtime story, please SHARE IT! Did your tiny person fall asleep while listening? Do you have friends struggling with their bedtime routines? SHARE THE LOVE. Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: NICO, OLIVER, and LILY! Thank you to ANNA for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Moon's Side of the Story lays out the long history of human technology, up to and including the moon landing. All of this is told from the MOON'S perspective. How will Moon react when the creatures that have been doing all the weird stuff down on the blue planet finally make their way to his surface? If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT! Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: LUKE, NED, GIL, and DREW! Thank you to FERN for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Will the platewashers ever get to pursue their dreams? Will Julian ever win the regional cat show?! Find out in part two of A Giant Story! Friends, this is my last episode of Season Six. I will be taking a break for the summer to write new stories for you! But while I am gone, you have over 50 stories to enjoy. If you LOVE this story, please share it with a friend. If you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: ROSA, AMALIA, VOLEN, ZAIN, NOAH, and YAEL. You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. Thank you to JACK for providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

It's time for another TWO PART story! My first one (The Mistake Artist) was so well-received, and won so many awards - okay, not YET, but give it time - that I decided to tell you another one. A Giant Story is a thoughtful tale about a small person who gains the courage to quit his day job and pursue his dreams. But before he can do that, he has a steep mountain to climb. Figuratively; there are no mountains in this story. ENJOY! If you LOVE this story, please share it with a friend. If you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: MACKENZIE, MARYAM, GEMMA, MOSELLE, FELIX, KAYLIN, and REID! You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. Thank you to HELEN and ISAAC for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog is BACK and she is not quite...herself. This story is a lighthearted exploration of how our brains and bodies are connected. When Little Hedgehog falls ill, her enthusiastic demeanor is replaced with a dark cloud. Will Little Hedgehog get her sparkle back? Listen and find out. ENJOY! If you LOVE this story, please share it with a friend. If you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: ALAINA, GRACE, and NATALIE. You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. Thank you to ZOE for helping providing the reminder at the beginning of this episode! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Tad and Fish is a sweet story about friendship that touches on the ways our brains can at times shield us from seeing what is happening right before our eyes. Enjoy! If you LOVE this story, please share it with a friend (NOT a goose!). If you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: NORA, BRIELLA, DIANA, SAGE, DREW, AMOS, LUKAS, TESSA, ZACH and LEO! You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. Thank you to DERMOT and AMELIE for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! Your child can help me too! Here are the lines: Remember, there are no pictures. You'll have to imagine the pictures in your mind. You can imagine them however you want. OK, here we go! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is my FIFTIETH original story! I am so happy to share this endearing, somewhat ridiculous, story about a motley band of animals who find themselves at the bottom of a deep dark hole and have to work together to escape. I shall now go take a nap. 50 stories is quite a lot. If you LOVE this story, please share it with a friend OR any raccoons you encounter in your travels. If you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: LILY JOAN, KAYLIN, EVERETT, CLARA, BRITTON, and AILEY! You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. Thank you to INEZ for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

We are back with PART TWO of this magical story. Hear how Em comes to see the beauty in her own imperfect artwork after a visit to Artiste's world of magical beings. ENJOY! If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: GIL, ROSA, AYAANSH, GLORIA, RITA JADE, GEMMA, LUCY, GRAYSON, SERENA, and ZACH! You can send me your very own sound effect! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! They might just hear their sound in a future story. Thank you to THEO for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! Your child can help me too! Here are the lines: Remember, there are no pictures. You'll have to imagine the pictures in your mind. You can imagine them however you want. OK, here we go! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

I am thrilled to share a brand new story with you after months of hibernating...er, daydreaming and writing. The Mistake Artist is my very first two-part story and I think you will love it. It features a little girl who is a bit of a perfectionist about her art, and a magical being who takes the girl's "mistakes" and showcases them as things of beauty in her faraway realm of magical beings. Tune in next time for part two of this story and hear how Em learns to reframe her mistakes as opportunities. If your tiny person wants to share a story they've written, please send photos or recordings of it to [email protected]. I LOVE to see their artwork, stories, and anything else they'd like to share. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: AYDA, NORA, EMMA, LILY, CHARLIE, GABE, GEMMA, and ZACH! Thank you to JIYU for helping me with the reminder at the beginning of this episode!!! Your child can help me too! Here are the lines: Remember, there are no pictures. You'll have to imagine the pictures in your mind. You can imagine them however you want. OK, here we go! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a rebroadcast from last year. Little Hedgehog is back with her BIG IMAGINATION. This time, she just can’t wait to attend the annual New Year’s Noon celebration. She’s looking forward to the fairies, the butterflies wearing hats, the rainbows, and the elephants. Listen to find out what really happens! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Gnome and the Seed is a sweet story about growing up and learning to set aside the search for perfection in life. ENJOY! BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: RILEY and NORA You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

How do you set down an idea? Can you put it on a table? Can you tuck it in your pocket? Today's story is about a little girl whose mind is alight with ideas, and who dreams of setting them down somewhere safe. Find out what happens in this magical story about the creative process. BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: OLIVER, NOA, ALAINA, EMMA and DIANA You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a reimagined version of one of my most popular stories, The Robot Who Had Feelings! BIG THANKS to the listeners who provided sound effects used in the story: TESSA, THEO, LILY, RILEY, VIOLET, and HUXLEY. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This is a VERY SILLY halloween story, featuring mistaken identities, bad jokes, and a sweet friendship. ENJOY! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Our story today is about a tiny person joining a family as a toddler instead of as a newborn baby, in a foster care or adoption situation. Thank you to the family of tiny people that inspired this story: REID, NOLYN, MILES, BLAIRE, and MASON. Today’s episode features wonderful SOUND EFFECTS from listeners GRACE, EVRYN, NORA, LUKE, BRIANNA, GLORIA, ALAINA, and SAGE. You can send me your very own sound effect. Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your Tiny People making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! They might just hear their sound in a future story. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Our story today is about a squirrel. Yes, another squirrel story. My equine guests are not exactly thrilled about that. The Acorn is a story about mistaken impressions and developing trust with new friends. And it’s also just fun. ENJOY! Today’s episode features wonderful SOUND EFFECTS from listeners Lily, Violet, and Serena. You can send me your very own sound effect. Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your Tiny People making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! They might just hear their sound in a future story. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Today’s story features a little frog who learns to overcome his fears so as not to miss out on worthwhile life experiences. Also, it happens to be a subtle exploration of the challenges of early parenthood. You know, for all the Big People out there. Thank you to NORA, EVRYN, and BRIELLA for the fantastic sound effects used in this story! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Today’s story is Little Bear Goes Over the Hill, in which we hear from some very vocal blueberries as Little Bear and his grandpa go on an adventure. Themes include friendship, patience, dealing with disappointment, and helping others. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog is BACK for a school’s out episode. Little Hedgehog has big plans for summer break and she leads her dad and Bebe on a ridiculous adventure. Enjoy! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Today’s story is all about setting personal boundaries and using the word ‘no’ effectively. Vivi tends to say yes to every request from friends, leaving her feeling burdened and unhappy. With the help of a clever fairy, she learns how to assert herself in a kind way. Listen to the end to hear more of your voice memos! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Brambleton the beetle is back and this time he is embarking on a new (mildly) adventurous trip as his village’s ambassador. Themes include dealing with disappointment, empathy, responsibility, and facing fears. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Isn’t sleep the best? I believe it is and I’m sure you agree. Let’s convince all the tiny people of this, shall we? It seems that not all of them received the memo. This story features a little lamb who learns some habits that help him get more sleep. Obviously, this process involves a magical train ride. My tiny people already love this story and I hope yours do too. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Goodbyes can be hard, and sometimes people (and animals) are a little bit in denial about them. Today’s story is about a little chipmunk who imagines a new life for himself, but his woodland friends are not quite able to say a proper goodbye. Listen in to find out what happens in this gentle story. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog is back, radiating love and friendship, for a special Valentine’s Day episode! Themes include friendship and dealing with disappointment. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog is back with her BIG IMAGINATION. This time, she just can’t wait to attend the annual New Year’s Noon celebration. She’s looking forward to the fairies, the butterflies wearing hats, the rainbows, and the elephants. Listen to find out what really happens! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Did you know not every elf works at the North Pole? It’s true. Some elves are self-employed and only take jobs they think are best. This story is about one such elf, Flumberton Cabbagesmith, who tries to help a boy who never seems to want any help at all. This story is really about learning to accept help when you need it, and being open to help when it is offered. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

A Door in the Floor is a mystery story for kids! It’s all about the power of imagination and children’s love of make-believe…and cheese. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Brambleton Says Yes is a children’s story about a little beetle who learns to be more open to new experiences, but not until after he learns something about himself. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Ava Takes The Moon is another children’s story about BIG feelings and the lengths we may go to in order to assuage them. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Hedgehog Goes to School is a perfect back-to-school story for your tiny people! Listen as Little Hedgehog finds out what really happens at school on her very first day. Also, I have TWO special guests today and they are my very own, very giggly, tiny people. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Humphrey’s Tree Falls Down stars our friend Humphrey the squirrel in a rhyming story based on something that happened in my REAL LIFE! This is a story about a scary event told in a not so scary way, and it gently addresses how we get through difficult times. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Luisa Gets Messy is a delightful rhyming story about a fastidious little poodle who learns to love getting messy after spending a week with her carefree cousin. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Our dear Little Rabbit is back in a special Valentine's Day episode about friendship. Listen as Little Rabbit helps a new friend adapt to life with an allergy of her own, just in time for the Valentine's Day party at school. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Today’s story is about welcoming a new baby into the family! Big brothers, sisters, and cousins will relate to Raymond’s gradual acceptance and excitement about becoming a big brother in this sweet story. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Have your tiny people ever had BIG feelings? If they are anything like mine, they have them multiple times per day…sometimes multiple times per hour. Well today’s story is about FEELINGS and how all of us, including an endearing robot named Vincenzo, have to learn how to cope with them so we don’t go haywire! The Robot Who Had Feelings is the longest episode yet so it is perfect for a car ride or a date with a coloring book. Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Sick Day is a rhyming story about a child who wakes up feeling very sick but wants to believe she is well. She has big plans for the day that do not involve her being sick. As her Dad takes care of her, she begins to see the upsides of being a patient and the importance of getting her rest. This story also features Sophie the Sloth (aren’t sloths awesome?!) who turns out to have an interesting backstory. Enjoy! You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

The Strange Story of Lindy Lou is a magical story about a little girl whose hair grows very, very fast but who has never had a haircut. It may sound like a story about haircut fears, but it’s more about sibling relationships and bonds. Have your tiny people listen as Lindy Lou finds a way to finally face her underlying fear and finds new meaning in her magical hair. The story touches on sibling relationships, the importance of finding ways to be unique, and the need to identify one’s own true feelings. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

This a fun and musical story about a little girl who takes a trip all the way over the top of the swing at the playground. Themes include collaboration, friendship, family ties, and the power of song. You can find both of my picture books, Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream and Little Hedgehog Goes to School, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Grumbly Bear and Strumbly Bear is a sweet rhyming story about two bears who can't imagine having anything in common, but who end up realizing they are not so different after all. Themes include the importance of having an open mind; friendship; and artistic expression as a way to reduce stress. You can find both of my picture books, Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream and Little Hedgehog Goes to School, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Little Rabbit Can't Eat Clover is a heart warming story about a young rabbit who discovers he is allergic to clover - one of his favorite foods. Children with food allergies will relate to Little Rabbit's struggles and to the unexpected silver linings he discovers about having to change his diet. Story themes: the importance of family and friends, adapting to unexpected life changes, and the upsides of being a little different. Be sure to share this episode with friends who have children with food allergies! You can find both of my picture books, Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream and Little Hedgehog Goes to School, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Mouse Bakes a Cake is a sweet story about a little mouse who bakes a cake for his grandmother's birthday. Story themes include the importance of friendship and 'it's the thought that counts' in gift giving. This is our silliest story yet and perfect for a car ride! You can find both of my picture books, Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream and Little Hedgehog Goes to School, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Ruby Takes Her Time is a delightful rhyming children's story about a little girl who -- like many toddlers and small children -- makes her way very slowly through the world, inspecting everything around her. Ultimately, the story is about Ruby's relationship with her brother, Howard, who comes to appreciate her and the differences in their personalities. You can find both of my picture books, Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream and Little Hedgehog Goes to School, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com

Tiny People are sure to enjoy this sweet bedtime story featuring a little fox who just CANNOT WAIT to go to bed in order to have magical dreams! It may even inspire them to sneak off to bed early. If you LOVE this story, please SHARE IT! Many listeners around the world have learned about the podcast from a friend who loves it. And if you happen to have an Apple device, leave a review in Apple Podcasts! I am collecting sound effects from listeners! Just use the voice memo app on your phone, record your tiny people making a (recognizable) sound, and email it to [email protected]! You might just hear your sound in a future story. You can find the LSFTP picture books, Little Hedgehog Goes to School and Little Fox Can't Wait to Dream, by visiting https://www.littlestoriestinypeople.com/books Little Stories Premium is available now! Get more of the stories you love and ad-free listening. Join at http://www.littlestoriespremium.com Sign up for my email list at www.littlestoriestinypeople.com!